Swimming Area Head

Ontario Camps Association; Parham; On-site; CAD 21,000 - 27,000; Full time

Job summary

Ontario Camps Association in Parham, ON is seeking a Swimming Area Head to lead the camp's swimming program and supervise lifeguard staff. You will coordinate with the Boating Area Head to manage waterfront procedures and deliver engaging activities for campers.

The role requires lifeguard leadership, CPR-C/First Aid certifications, National Lifeguard, and willingness to obtain Lifesaving Instructor; a Pleasure Craft Operators Card is also preferred.

Qualifications

• Requires Intermediate First Aid with CPR-C and National Lifeguard certification.
• Experience supervising a lifeguard team.
• Pleasure Craft Operators Card.
• Willing to obtain Lifesaving Instructor certification.
• Preferred: Standard First Aid Instructor.

Responsibilities

• Execute all aspects of the Swimming program.
• Coach and supervise the Swimming Area staff.
• Ensure all risk management practices are followed.
• Coordinate with the Boating Area Head to facilitate waterfront emergency procedures.
• Plan and deliver waterfront programming and mentor counsellors.

Skills

Lifeguard team leadership

Waterfront risk management

Education

Intermediate First Aid with CPR-C

National Lifeguard

Lifesaving Instructor (or willing to obtain)

Pleasure Craft Operators Card

Standard First Aid Instructor (Preferred)

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Job Posting

Swimming Area Head

Location: Parham, ON (north of Kingston)

Reports to : Program Directors

Pay Rate: starting at $525 per week (+$40 per week for NL) with additional compensation for relevant certifications and experience

The Swimming Area Head is responsible for executing all aspects of the Swimming program. The Swimming Area Head will provide the required skills and expertise to deliver an active and engaging swimming program, including hard skill development and play-based activities. They will coach and supervise the Swimming Area staff and ensure all risk management practices are being followed. The Swimming Area Head will work in conjunction with the Boating Area Head to facilitate all waterfront emergency procedures. As an Area Head, they will work in conjunction with the Area Head team to plan and deliver all RKY Camp programming, support counsellors as mentors, and interact directly with children.

Required : Intermediate First Aid with CPR-C, National Lifeguard, Lifesaving Instructor (or willing to obtain), Pleasure Craft Operators Card, experience working with a team of lifeguards.

Preferred : Standard First Aid Instructor.